Hereditary Diseases: How Do They Work?

Hereditary Diseases: How Do They Work?

Siddharth I Sharma
Science & Nature

In 1819, Queen Victoria was born with what scientists currently believe was a spontaneous mutation in her genome. Though unaffected herself, some of her children and then her grandchildren began to show signs of a bleeding disease. Her great-grandson, Alexei Romanov, would go on to seek the consultation of Grigori Rasputin to treat this condition. In time, the “royal disease” would go on to become one of the most famous examples of a hereditary disease, known more commonly today as hemophilia. However, it wasn’t until 1902 when Archibald Garrod’s observations of alkaptoneuria, highlighted the relevance of Mendel’s principles in the study of hereditary diseases (Urban, 1999). With today’s advancements in medicine, the focus naturally turns to conditions that are inherited, and whether or not a cure could ever be possible.

Are Non-State Actors Disrupting the Power Dynamics of International Relations and Diplomacy?

Are Non-State Actors Disrupting the Power Dynamics of International Relations and Diplomacy?

Benjamin Kwasi Akompi
Current Events, International Affairs

State actors have typically dominated bilateral and multilateral relations. Meanwhile, the dynamics and complexities of globalization, internationalization of domestic policy, and increase in global connections have extended the focus of governance beyond the state to incorporate global governance interests. The growing impact of non-state actors (NSAs) in international relations and diplomatic activities underscores the crucial contributions that NSAs make to reduce the perceived legitimacy deficit in global governance at both the international and subnational levels. Conceptually, a state actor is an entity that represents a recognized government, such as a nation-state or its institutions, exercising authority and sovereignty. On the other hand, a non-state actor refers to organizations or individuals not affiliated with or controlled by any government, such as NGOs, corporations, or insurgent groups. Both play roles in domestic and international affairs. On many policy issues and thematic areas of national and global interest, non-state actors play a significant role at the societal, state, and international levels. Given that democratic governance is fundamentally participatory, it allows civil society organizations, as well as non-governmental and intergovernmental organizations, to provide input and constructive policy alternatives into both international and government apparatus and other areas of global concern. Respect for and acknowledgment of the legitimacy of quasi-governmental entities driven by specific goals across multiple global economic and political sectors are critical to international relations.

The Significance of Earth’s Carbon Cycle

The Significance of Earth’s Carbon Cycle

KaraLeigh Eva Loya
Science & Nature

The carbon atom is recognized as “the building block” of life, not only for its abundance but also for its unique chemical structure, which allows the formation of numerous and diverse stable bonds.  It takes many forms and is found in all of Earth’s spheres – from nucleic acid within the DNA of all living things, to the inorganic compounds essential to all ecosystems.

Removing Carbon From Our Atmosphere With Carbon Capture Technology

Removing Carbon From Our Atmosphere With Carbon Capture Technology

Aidan O'Leary
Environmental Policy, Science & Nature

Climate change is a topic gaining more and more relevance as time goes on. This is because we have measured an increase in carbon within our atmosphere because of burning fossil fuels. Worldwide emissions of carbon dioxide “total about 34 billion tonnes per year. About 45% of this is from coal, about 35% from oil, and about 20% from gas” (World Nuclear Association). A way to mitigate this is by carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS).

Cuteness III: Cuteness and Dark Subject Matter

Cuteness III: Cuteness and Dark Subject Matter

Valeria Li
Uncategorized

We’ve previously established that cuteness is an aesthetic that is often associated with traits that communicate purity, wholesomeness, vulnerability, innocence, beauty, and generally warm, fuzzy feelings in the last article. Cuteness has also been seen to hold psychological and biological influence over behavior and cognition, and socially has been seen interwoven with gender and expressions of the self. 

This article will explore the particular employment of cuteness in dark subject matter. We will briefly discuss how and why these subjects attract or combine with a cute aesthetic and what this means socioculturally.

Purpose and Psychiatry in Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning”

Purpose and Psychiatry in Viktor Frankl’s “Man’s Search for Meaning”

Siddharth I Sharma
Uncategorized

In 1942, the Jewish Austrian psychologist Viktor Frankl was amongst those sent into concentration camps during the height of the Holocaust. His experiences in the camp, alongside the doctrine he would eventually come to name “Logotherapy,” were chronicled in the book, “Man’s Search for Meaning,” which would go on to sell over 10 million copies by 1997. In this book, both parts autobiography and scientific journal, Frankl chronicles his experiences and observations during his time in the concentration camp, both as a scientist and a prisoner. He would eventually go on to summarize those observations in a doctrine he titled the “Third Viennese School of Psychotherapy” ("Life of Viktor Frankl," 2020).

     Tesla’s Journey to Market Dominance 

     Tesla’s Journey to Market Dominance 

Aidan Morgan Keena
Business Current Events

Tesla has emerged as one of the most revolutionary companies of the 21st century, transforming both the automotive and energy sectors through its relentless pursuit of innovation. Initially known for its electric vehicles (EVs), Tesla has expanded its vision far beyond cars, becoming a global leader in clean energy and sustainability. The company’s commitment to cutting-edge technology, driven by visionary leadership, has not only disrupted traditional industries but also redefined how the world approaches transportation, energy storage, and renewable power.

19 of the 20 fastest marathon times ever belong to runners from Kenya and Ethiopia. Here’s why.

19 of the 20 fastest marathon times ever belong to runners from Kenya and Ethiopia. Here’s why.

Ishan Gupta
Sports, Science & Nature

Of the 100 fastest marathon times in history, 89 belong to runners from Kenya or Ethiopia. Furthermore, of the top 20 fastest times, 19 have been run by athletes from this region. What is it about the runners from these two East African countries that makes them superior at long-distance events? 

In 2019, the global average time for this 26.2-mile race was 4:32:39, which is equivalent to a speed of about 10 minutes and 34 seconds per mile. The fastest officially recognized time¹, recently run by the late Kenyan distance runner Kelvin Kiptum, was 2:00:35, a staggering pace of exactly 4 minutes and 36 seconds per mile. This is a near full-on sprint for 26.2 miles. The marathon is not a sport that requires extensive finesse, strategy, or athleticism; it is a test of endurance – of how much one can push one's body – and at the highest level, with everybody pushing themselves to the absolute limit, there must be a scientific reason for why Kenyans and Ethiopians have unequivocally dominated the sport. 

Understanding Terror: Terrorists, Their Motives, Their Rise, and Their Targets

Understanding Terror: Terrorists, Their Motives, Their Rise, and Their Targets

Jordan Armando Navarro
Political Theory

Terrorism is a monster the United States, along with the rest of the world, has been battling for decades. The United States declared its “War on Terror” in 2001, with the government investing heavily in counterterrorism programs. To this day, in multiple places around the world, the aches and scars of terrorism continue to linger. While this is a heavy topic, it is essential to understand terrorism and how it proliferates. From here, we will establish an understanding of terrorism, what drives people to align themselves with extremist and terrorist groups, a terrorist target audience, and what message they want to send.

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